SAP PP Consultant
Brazil
Contracted
Experienced
A Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) consultant specializes in advanced planning and scheduling within SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module or SAP S/4HANA. They focus on aligning production planning with real-time demand and optimizing production schedules to maximize efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Requirement Gathering & Analysis
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand production planning and scheduling requirements.
- Analyze existing business processes to identify optimization opportunities.
System Design & Configuration
- Configure PP/DS functionalities in SAP, such as heuristics, optimization, and detailed scheduling.
- Set up planning objects like resources, production versions, and PDS (Production Data Structures).
Integration
- Ensure seamless integration between PP/DS and other modules (e.g., SAP MM, SD, and PP).
- Work on integration with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and third-party tools.
Advanced Planning Techniques
- Use tools like pegging and backward/forward scheduling.
- Implement constraint-based planning, considering resource availability and lead times.
Performance Optimization
- Optimize planning runs and schedules to minimize production costs and cycle times.
- Analyze and resolve performance bottlenecks in planning systems.
Training & Documentation
- Provide end-user training on PP/DS functionalities.
- Prepare detailed documentation, including functional specifications and user manuals.
Required Skills:
- Technical Knowledge:
- Proficiency in SAP PP/DS within APO or S/4HANA.
- Understanding of planning strategies, capacity planning, and detailed scheduling.
- Experience with CIF (Core Interface) for data transfer between SAP systems.
- Soft Skills:
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong communication skills for engaging with stakeholders and users.
Experience Needed:
- At least 5–8 years of experience in SAP PP/DS consulting or a similar role.
- Hands-on involvement in full-cycle PP/DS implementations.
- Industry experience in manufacturing, automotive, or consumer goods is a plus.
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